Budget 2009 News…
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
The 2009 Budget was announced today, with a new legally-binding UK carbon budget, which makes interesting reading for the renewable energy sector.
The points raised were:
Britain commits to cut carbon emissions by 34% by 2020
This will keep the UK on track for its long term goal of cutting emissions by 80% by 2050.
An extra £1.4bn to help combat climate change by supporting low-carbon industries
This includes £525m for offshore wind projects over the next two years
£445m support for energy efficiency schemes for homes, firms and public buildings
£375 million has been promised over the next two years to promote energy efficiency in households, businesses and public buildings. This carries on from the one million homes insulated last year. £70 million will also be spent on small-scale and community low carbon efficiency.
£405m to encourage low-carbon energy and advanced green manufacturing
£405 million will be spent on the development of a world leading low carbon energy and green manufacturing sector in the UK.
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) to be introduced
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) will be introduced in the move towards a low-carbon energy supply. New projects will demonstrate the capture and storage of carbon dioxide, rather than its release into the atmosphere.
Increase in fuel duty
Car scrapping scheme to be introduced
What Does This Mean For Me?
Domestically, it means there will be more money to support public buildings and households in become ‘greener’. It is claimed the Government aim to slash energy bills by around £60 million each year.
Commercially, it means more technologies will become readily available, and products will be manufactured in a more ‘greener’ way.
Heatsource Attend Ecobuild 2009
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Heatsource engineers James McLellan and Stewart Purchase attended the annual Ecobuild conference at Earls Court, London yesterday.
‘Big 6’ Energy Project Ready to Go…
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Heatsource are about to embark on a project for one of the ‘Big 6’ energy providers at one of their sites in Nottingham. The project is due to begin on-site next week and Heatsource’s role is that of project management. The project entails the installation of a CHP unit in the plantroom and 2nd floor level which will be integrated into the existing heating system, along with a hydraulic distributor, control panel, and storage cylinder.
Heatsource Develops Portfolio on the East Coast
Tuesday, February 24, 2009Heatsource are currently undertaking a project in Essex consisting of twelve new-build housing association properties, working alongside a new building partner based in Reading. The project entails the full installation of the solar plant, with 2m² of solar tubes on each roof, along with the installation of Viessmann’s recently introduced compact energy tower, the Vitodens 343, in every property.
Photo: John begins adding the solar tubes onto the roof by means of roof mounting kit. The tubes will be installed onto this frame shortly after.
Heatsource Has Its Day at the Races!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008Heatsource are near to completing a solar thermal installation at Newmarket for a charity who provides support to people within the horse racing industry.
The project has been in conjunction with the main contractor, which includes a solar thermal system combined with power tanks storage using PCM (Phase Changing Material) technology.
Heatsource would like to thank everyone involve in the project for the smooth operation of the project, allowing us to complete on-time and under-budget.
New Electrical Engineer
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Whilst the current economic climate drags other companies down, Heatsource stick to its expansion strategy recruiting the best human capital available and has appointed a new Electrical Engineer, Harry Hughes, confident that the only way out of this recession is through a highly skilful workforce.
At Heatsource, we are convinced Harry will fit in well in the company and improve our core competencies.
Heatsource Joins the Renewable Energy Association
Friday, September 26, 2008.bmp)
In our ever growing commitment to work with the highest standards and partnership with high profile professional bodies and associations, Heatsource has become a full member of the Renewable Energy Association(REA).
The Renewable Energy Association represents the UK’s renewable energy industry, covering all renewable power heat and fuels.
The Renewable Energy Association was established in 2001 to represent British renewable energy producers and promote the use of sustainable energy in the UK. The REA was called the Renewable Power Association until October 2005.
London HEVAR 2008
Wednesday, September 24, 2008Heatsource Consultants went to the London HEVAR 2008 which took place on the 24th September at the The Royal Horticultural Halls, Victoria.
HEVAR is the only dedicated series of events for the UK heating and ventilating industry. London HEVAR 2008 is your regional forum and the place where suppliers, buyers and specifiers network, exchange ideas and do business. Once again, we were there keeping at the vanguard of the market.
Heatsource See The Light !!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 
Heatsource is working with a new supplier to install a 34m² solar system to supply a new hydrotherapy pool at Haselmere.
This is a very differant way of working with solar and we look forward to the challenges that face us. We are using a PCM system (Phase Changing Material) which stores solar energy for long durations of time and can be used at source. The power tanks are being pre-assembled at our workshop head offices, in Surrey, and delivered prefabrecated to site.
The hospital is for the treatment of major trauma victims and in the future will be open to the public for treatment.
Meeting With 4ecotips
Tuesday, September 02, 2008James McLellan and Fernando Mahamud met with Andrew Leech from 4ecotips to discuss the challenges faced on the integration of renewable energy and micro generation technology in the domestic environment. Andrew Leech is an editor and journalist with four decades of experience in the building and architectural press who writes for several magazines, provides a monthly product column for HouseBuilder magazine and is director of the National Home Improvement Council.
We disscussed potential areas in which Heatsource Consultants Ltd could help Andrew Leech in all the different projects he is involved with. We are confident this can be the begining of a prosperus long-term relationship with 4ecotips and Andrew Leech.
Heatsource Sponsors The Castle FC
Monday, August 25, 2008Heatstource Consultants is supporting the local community by sponsoring The Castle FC, in Chertsey.
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Heatsource Domestic Division
Thursday, August 14, 2008Heat Source Consultants Limited is relaunching its Domestic Division providing expertise plumbing & heating project managment covering London and Surrey. We are CORGI registered and professional members of the Institute of Domestic Heating & Environmental Engineers (IDHEE) . Our services include plumbing, installation and repairs for heating and boilers, bathrooms, powerflush and much more.
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Office Administration Manager
Thursday, August 07, 2008Following our objective of recruiting the most skilful workforce available in the market who can help us to grow the business so we provide more and better services, Heatsource Consultants Ltd has recently appointed Claire Wright as the new Office Administration Manager: we are confident Claire will bring great value to the company and will help us to keep implementing the necessary processes to comply with our ISO9001 standards to which we are fully committed.
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Communal Solar Project in Conjuction With Gary Fielder Heating
Wednesday, July 23, 2008Heatsource Consultants and Gary Fielder has been successful in winning a contract to install 8m2 of solar thermal in Linkfield Road, Isleworth.
ISO9001
Wednesday, July 09, 2008Heatsource Consultants Ltd proves its high Quality Management standards after being been awarded the ISO9001 Certificate by QMS.
As a result of this assessment, Fernando Mahamud has been appointed as Heatsource’s Quality Manager.
